Crusty French Baguette Recipe
Indulge in the experience of baking with this easy crusty French baguette recipe. The enticing aroma of freshly baked bread fills your kitchen, evoking the charm of a Parisian boulangerie. With a crispy crust and a soft, airy interior, this baguette is perfect for sandwiches, soups, or simply enjoyed warm with butter. Even novice bakers can master this simple recipe and impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour (375g)
- 1 ¼ cups warm water (about 110°F) (300ml)
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast (7g)
- 1 teaspoon salt (6g)
- 1 teaspoon sugar (4g)
Instructions
- 1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, mix warm water and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and stir until combined.
- 3. Knead the Dough: Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- 4. Let It Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- 5. Shape Your Baguettes: Punch down the dough, divide it into two pieces, and shape each into long cylinders.
- 6. Final Rise & Bake: Let shaped dough rise on parchment-lined baking sheets for another 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Make diagonal slashes on top of each baguette and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg